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Cowboy Casserole

Delicious Cowboy Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

This Cowboy Casserole combines savory ground beef, sweet corn, and cheese topped with crispy tater tots, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 can Corn Canned corn is perfect for convenience.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup You can use cream of chicken soup as an alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Low-fat or plant-based milk works beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is a great substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be sautéed with the beef.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Try Monterey Jack or your favorite cheese.
  • 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots Homemade diced potatoes can be used for a fresh twist.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Grease a baking dish and layer the beef mixture, followed by the drained corn and shredded cheese.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the cheese layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crisp.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe with extra veggies or different types of cheese.

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